Community Rehabilitation Worker

Genesis Community Rehabilitation, Inc. specializes in providing Rehabilitation Support and Behaviour Consultation services to clients living with Acquired Brain Injury, Mental Health Issues, Spinal Cord Injuries and/or various complex needs. The Genesis team members are mindful of and employ the ethical principles of two unique associations: The Ontario Association of Consultants, Counsellors, Psychotherapists and Psychometrists (OACCPP) and The Vocational Rehabilitation Association of Canada (VRA).

What’s in it for you:

· Competitive wages

· Flexible scheduling

· Growth and developmental opportunities

· Career advancement opportunities

· Support and mentorship from our management team

· Make a difference in someone’s life

Role description:

· Assist clients with returning to an optimal level of independence

· Implement cognitive, physical and/or behavioural interventions

· Work with Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult and Senior populations

· Work with various ethnic groups, and respect all cultural values and traditions

· Provide support in a variety of settings including rehabilitation facilities and programs, hospitals, homes, school systems, workplaces and throughout the community.

· Work under the direction and supervision of a regulated health care professional such as Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, etc.

· Liaison with all members of treatment team to ensure effective service provision

· Prepare and submit detailed progress notes and comprehensive progress reports

What we are looking for:

· University or college degree/diploma in a relevant field

· Acquired brain injury, mental health and behavioural experience

· Experience working under a Regulated Health Care team (minimum 4 years)

· Enthusiastic and responsible workers

· Excellent communication, organization and social skills

· Current crisis intervention training (CPI, Safe Management, UMAB)

· Current First Aid/CPR.

· Current valid Police check/vulnerable sector screening.

· Valid drivers license and access to a reliable vehicle with ability to commute within your surrounding area.

· 6A endorsement and 2 million Professional Liability Insurance coverage is essential

· Fluency in a second language is an asset

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: $26.00-$32.00 per hour

Application question(s):

• What is your current availability?

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:

• acquired brain injury: 2 years (preferred)
• mental health: 2 years (preferred)

Language:

• any other languages other than English (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person